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Nov 25 2025ENVIRONMENT

COP30: Big Talks, Small Steps for Our Planet

COP30 wrapped up in November 2025 in Belém, Brazil, a city near the Amazon. This yearly meeting brings together countries to talk about climate change and how to fix it. The goal is to keep global warming close to 1. 5°C above pre-industrial levels. But this year, people criticized the event for being too connected to the fossil fuel industry and not making strong en...

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Nov 25 2025SPORTS

Nick Walsh: The Man in the Middle of Scottish Football Drama

Nick Walsh is back in the spotlight for another big Scottish Premiership match. This time, he's overseeing the action at Easter Road on Sunday, November 30. He'll have Daniel McFarlane and Frank Connor by his side, with Grant Irvine and Ross Hardie handling the VAR duties. It's a noon kick-off, and the table might look a bit different by then, depending on how Mother...

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Nov 25 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Don Jorgensen: A Newsman's Legacy in Sioux Falls

Don Jorgensen, a familiar face in Sioux Falls living rooms for 35 years, is hanging up his microphone. Known for his calm demeanor during crises, like the 1993 plane crash that took Gov. George Mickelson or the 2003 tornado outbreak, Jorgensen has been a steady presence in local news. His award-winning coverage of events like the Zip Feed Tower demolition in 2005 sho...

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Nov 25 2025BUSINESS

Why Business Class Is Taking Over From First Class

Airlines are changing the way they offer luxury travel. Business class is becoming more popular than first class. This shift is happening because passengers are choosing business class over first class. Many airlines are removing first class cabins from their planes. They are investing more in business class instead. Some airlines have completely removed first class...

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Nov 24 2025ENVIRONMENT

A Sleeping Giant Awakens: Ethiopia's Rare Volcanic Surprise

Deep in the Afar region of Ethiopia, a volcano named Hayli Gubbi made history by erupting after a staggering 12, 000 years of silence. This wasn't just any eruption; it was a massive display of nature's power, sending ash clouds soaring up to nine miles high. The ash didn't just stay local—it traveled far and wide, drifting over countries like Yemen, Oman, India, and...

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Nov 24 2025SCIENCE

Cracking the Code: How Scientists Are Getting Better at Spotting Damage in Composite Materials

Ever wondered how scientists can tell what's happening inside materials when they start to break? It's not always easy, especially when different types of damage happen at the same time. But a new method is making waves in the world of composite materials. This method uses something called acoustic emission (AE) signals. Think of it like a material's way of screamin...

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Nov 24 2025ENVIRONMENT

Climate Talks: Big Promises, Tiny Steps

The COP30 climate summit in Brazil wrapped up with a weak agreement that avoided directly pointing fingers at fossil fuels. This outcome was a win for oil-producing nations like Saudi Arabia and Russia, who managed to keep their interests protected. The final statement was full of warnings about the consequences of not acting on climate change but lacked concrete pla...

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Nov 24 2025SCIENCE

Unraveling the Mysteries of Space: A Weekly Puzzle Challenge

Space enthusiasts have a new way to test their knowledge every week. A special crossword puzzle is crafted using the latest stories from the cosmos. This isn't just any puzzle; it's a brain teaser that covers everything from rocket launches to stunning images from the James Webb Space Telescope. The puzzle is designed to be fun and engaging. It's not just for expert...

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Nov 24 2025CELEBRITIES

Love Across the Ages: Famous Men and Their Younger Partners

Age gaps in relationships have always sparked conversations, especially when it comes to public figures. While some women have been linked to much younger men, several male celebrities have also made headlines for dating younger women. Let's take a look at some of these relationships and the stories behind them. One notable example is football coach Bill Belichick, ...

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Nov 24 2025SCIENCE

A High-Flying Mishap: Plane Hits Weather Balloon Mid-Air

A United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 was flying over Utah when it unexpectedly collided with a weather balloon. The incident, which happened at a cruising altitude of 36, 000 feet, caused significant damage to the cockpit windshield. The captain was injured, but the plane managed to land safely in Salt Lake City. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investi...

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